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Jennifer Simard is a Tony Award, four-time Drama Desk Award, three-time Drama League Award and Lucille Lortel Award nominee. Broadway credits include: Mean Girls (Adult Woman); Disaster! (Sister Mary Downey, Tony nomination); Hello, Dolly! (Ernestina); The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (opposite Mo Rocca); and the companies of Sister Act and Shrek the Musical. Off-Broadway credits include the original companies of Forbidden Broadway: SVU; The Thing About Men; and I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. Film credits include The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas, Wish You Were Dead and Sisters. Television credits include: “The Good Wife,” “Law & Order,” “Law & Order: SVU,” “The King of Queens”, and “Younger.” See more at her website www.jennifersimard.com and follow her on Twitter @simardjennifer and Instagram @thejennifersimard. For Barbara Barrie.

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Jennifer Simard STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2023
Stepmother

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2021
Sarah

[St. Louis, MO (Regional)]
Muny Production, 2018
Miss Hannigan

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2018
Mrs. George [Replacement]

Mrs. Heron [Replacement]

Ms. Norbury [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Ernestina

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2016
Sister Mary Downy

[Off-Broadway]
Return Engagement [Off-Broadway], 2013
Sister Mary [Replacement]

Sister Mary

[Off-Broadway]
2013
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2011
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2008
Performer

[US Tour]
First National Tour, 2006
Rona Lisa Peretti

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2005
Clara Kinsey

[Off-Broadway]
2005
Clara Kinsey

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2005
Rona Lisa Peretti [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2004
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
2004
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2003
Woman

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1996
Woman #1

Woman #1

Performer (Understudy)


Jennifer Simard Movies

The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas
[ 2000 ] Bride-To-Be
Wish You Were Dead
[ 2001 ] Cake Girl
Shrek the Musical
[ 2013 ] Wicked Witch
Sisters
[ 2015 ] Pet Activist at Party
Respect the Jux
[ 2022 ] Ms. Hall
Somewhere in Queens
[ 2022 ] Patsy

Jennifer Simard Awards and Nominations

Drama Desk Awards - 2022 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Jennifer Simard, Company

Tony Awards - 2022 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Jennifer Simard, Company

Drama League Awards - 2016 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jennifer Simard, Disaster

Tony Awards - 2016 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Jennifer Simard, Disaster!

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical

Jennifer Simard, Disaster!

Drama League Awards - 2014 - Distinguished Performance Award

Jennifer Simard, Disaster!

The Lortels - 2005 - Outstanding Featured Actress

Jennifer SimardForbidden Broadway: SVU


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Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Jennifer Simard, The Thing About Men

Drama Desk Awards - 1996 - Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical

Jennifer Simard, I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change

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Jennifer Simard News


DEATH BECOMES HER Finishes Rehearsals Prior to Chicago Run


Death Becomes Her has shared a photo of the company on the final day of rehearsals prior to the Chicago run!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 5, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 5, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Christopher Sieber and Michelle Williams Join Pre-Broadway DEATH BECOMES HER Musical


Christopher Sieber and Michelle Williams are joining the cast of the pre-Broadway run of Death Becomes Her the Musical in Chicago! Fun new videos were posted on the show's social media pages, featuring the new cast members with the previously announced Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard. Check out the videos here!

Interview: Meet the New Broadway Baby of RuPaul's Drag Race- Plasma


The hills were alive with the sound of rusic last week as RuPaul's Drag Race contestants participated in the most anticipated challenge for all Broadway-lovers, the Rusical. How do you solve a problem like casting a Rusical? Well it isn't so much a problem with a true theatre queen like Plasma to lead the company.

Bernadette Peters, Adrienne Warren, Max von Essen & More Set for Carnegie Hall 2024-25 Season


Carnegie Hall has revealed its programming for its 2024–2025 season, including approximately 170 concerts. See full programing and learn how to purchase tickets!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 5, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 5, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Video: Watch Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard in a New DEATH BECOMES HER Promo


Watch Megan Hilty and Jennifer Simard in a new promo video for Death Becomes Her!

Busy Philipps Almost Starred in MEAN GIRLS on Broadway Before the Movie Musical


'Cool Mom' Busy Philipps almost starred in Mean Girls on Broadway before appearing in the upcoming movie musical. Philipps revealed that Tina Fey thought she looked so much like Reneé Rapp, she offered her the role on Broadway prior to the 2020 shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the video of the interview now!

Review: OC Welcomes Weekend Holiday Concerts from Megan Hilty and Linda Eder


In December 2023, the OC welcomed back two powerhouse vocalists who each gave their own respective holiday-themed concerts: Broadway fave Megan Hilty at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa; and recording artist Linda Eder at the Irvine Barclay Theatre. To no one's surprise, both entertained and awed with their spectacular talents.

The Acting Company Reveals Cast For Matt Hoverman's PUCK'D: A Middle-Aged Summer Night's Dream


The Acting Company has announced casting for their reading of PUCK'D: A Middle-Aged Summer Night's Dream. Find out who is starring in the cast here!

Photos: Inside Opening Night of HELLO, DOLLY! at the Renaissance Theatre Starring Jennifer Simard, Jeff Richmond, and More


See photos of opening night of Hello, Dolly! at the Renaissance Theatre starring Jennifer Simard, Jeff Richmond, and more!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 10th, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 10, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

Photos/Video: First Look at Jennifer Simard, Jeff Richmond, and More in HELLO, DOLLY! at the Renaissance Theatre


The Renaissance Theatre has released all new photos and video footage from Hello, Dolly!, starring Jennifer Simard, the second production of the Park National Bank Broadway Series Season.

Jennifer Simard And Jeff Richmond To Lead HELLO, DOLLY! At Renaissance Theatre


Don't miss Tony nominee Jennifer Simard and Emmy winner Jeff Richmond in the upcoming production of 'Hello, Dolly!' at Renaissance Theatre.

Review: The ASA Honors Betty Buckley With NEW WAYS TO DREAM Concert at Merkin Hall


A cast of Friends Of Betty filled the stage of Merkin Hall this week as the American Songbook Association honored Betty Buckley.

Review: CHRISTOPHER SIEBER Relaxed, Raucous and Real At 54 Below


Let us all cross our fingers Christopher Sieber doesn't wait another decade to do a club act.

DEATH BECOMES HER World Premiere, MAMMA MIA! & More Set for Broadway In Chicago 2024 Season


Discover the highly anticipated Broadway In Chicago 2024 season and get all the details on the world premiere of 'DEATH BECOMES HER' and the return of the beloved musical 'MAMMA MIA!' and more.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 6th, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 6, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours: 

Megan Hilty & Jennifer Simard To Lead Pre-Broadway DEATH BECOMES HER Premiere in Chicago


DEATH BECOMES HER will play a pre-Broadway engagement in Spring 2024 at Broadway In Chicago’s Cadillac Palace Theatre from April 30 – June 2, 2024 and will be part of the upcoming season subscription package, to be announced in full on September 6.

A Video Roundup Celebrating The ASA's Gala Honoring Betty Buckley: NEW WAYS TO DREAM at Merkin Hall


One by one, the cast of the gala honoring Betty Buckley has grown more and more starry.

Jennifer Simard FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jennifer Simard been in?

Jennifer Simard has appeared on Broadway in 8 shows.

How many West End shows has Jennifer Simard been in?

Jennifer Simard has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jennifer Simard been nominated for?

Jennifer Simard has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Company," Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Company," and a Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Disaster." She was also nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for "Disaster!," Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "Disaster!," and a Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for "Disaster!" Additionally, she received nominations for Outstanding Featured Actress at The Lortels for "Forbidden Broadway: SVU," Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "The Thing About Men," and Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change."

What awards has Jennifer Simard won?

Jennifer Simard has won the Outstanding Featured Actress - Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in The Thing About Men.

What is Jennifer Simard next theatre project?

Jennifer Simard's next show will be Once Upon a One More Time which opens on 6/22/2023 on Broadway.

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